Apply now Job no:547011
Work type:Full-time
Location:Geelong - Waurn Ponds
Categories:Research
- Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds Campus
- Full-time and continuing
- HEW 6 $89,012 - $96,126 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)
Why work with us?
At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.
As a Senior Engineering Officer, you will:
- Promote technical solutions to modernise work practices and ensure alignment with Deakin’s strategic direction.
- Provide specialist technical knowledge and mechanical engineering expertise on complex equipment functions, experiments, troubleshooting and maintenance to support research driven priorities.
- Train users and ensure relevant policy, procedures and OHS guidelines are adhered to and understood by users.
- Provide supervision and operational support on mechanical testing, and heavy plant facilities within IFM, including complex testing and diagnosis on niche testing equipment.
- Develop maintenance plans and schedules that coordinate and ensure that repairs, maintenance and equipment damages are rectified in a timely manner to ensure minimal disruption to service and support.
To be successful, you’ll have:
- A relevant Engineering Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
- Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical fields; or
- An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Knowledge of mechanical testing, heavy plant equipment associated with materials processing
- Knowledge of research work environments (preferred)
- Experience with tool changes and set-up and commissioning complex plant (5-10 years)
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Magnolia Beer, Technical Services Lead, via [email protected] .
For a copy of the position description, please see below:
Senior Engineering Officer_HEW 6 Jan24.pdf
Applications for this position close on 21 January 2024 at 11.55pm.
Are You Ready?
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
Advertised:04 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:21 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time